Driver / Mafraq
Under the supervision of the Logistic officer/assistant, the Driver is responsible for the transportation of ACTED staff and any other assets given to him appropriately, following ACTED safety and security procedures.
Objectives:
Transport ACTED staff and assets safely to all destinations given by the line manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
1:General Responsibilities
• To transport ACTED staff within all cities, camps, and districts in which ACTED is operating.
• Regularly update the logbook for each trip (km starts, km stops, hour departure time, hour arrival to destination, etc.); Keep your logbook clean and without many written error/mistakes.
• To fill out mileage log and write down the display meter mileage.
• To provide true and fair report of the covered distances and used fuel to the line manager.
• To submit accurate fuel consumption reports and logbooks to line manager at the end of the month for checking.
• To request from passengers to fill in and sign the logbook for each trip (km start, km stop, hour departure time and hour arrival to destination).
• To strictly refrain from using the vehicle for private needs or for the transportation of persons not involved in ACTED activities.
• To keep the vehicle, clean by washing it weekly and to clean the inside of the vehicle daily.
• To work overtime and on holidays when approved and requested by the Logistic officer.
• Ensure to record each trip on the logbook with the full details (Date, time of the trip, track of the journey, meter reading, passenger’s name & signature, fuel refill & driver’s name/signature)
• To perform any related duties are performed as and when requested by line manager.
2:Passenger Safety
• To bear security/safety responsibility of the passengers on board.
• To make sure the seat belts are fastened both driver and passenger(s) while seated.
• Keep the speed limit of 20 km/h inside Zaatari camp, 40 km/h in cities and 100 km/h while out of cities on highways: respects traffic speed limits/rules while driving all the time. Failing to do so can lead to immediate dismissal.
• To decrease speed, when necessary, like when: passing in front of a school, when animals are visible crossing the road, playgrounds, villages etc.
• Check regularly the “first aid kits” and fire extinguishers inside the vehicle and report any problem to Logistics department.
• To obtain a security clearance prior to departure to the field or another base – when applicable.
• In case of any accidents, due to ignorance of traffic rules and or high speed, driver will be responsible in front of ACTED and the party who have received possible damages.
• To be responsible for following security restrictions while traveling (e.g., curfew, avoiding restricted areas).
• To be responsible for in-time-communication with security or logistics department to inform his and passengers location.
• To have all the necessary contact information in his vehicles (phone contact) and needs to remember the emergency contact numbers.
• Load and unload the vehicle, properly and place items inside vehicle with care and safety measures.
• Note: Failing to follow any of safety rules has immediate reaction as consequence including dismissal.
3:Technical Responsibilities
• Report immediately any technical failure of vehicle to transport focal point in the logistics department.
• Keep the vehicle clean and always in good condition.
• Undertake a check and control of the vehicle on daily basis before starting the engine.
• Report any defect of vehicle to the Logistic Officer without delays.
• To maintain his vehicle in a good condition.
• To carry weekly check of the vehicle and wash his vehicle chassis weekly.
• To load and unload his vehicle; properly roping down the loading of the vehicle.
• To check and keep with care the tools, the toolbox, and other materials of the vehicle.
• To register and check in a Logbook the fuel delivered and the fuel consumption.
• To perform minor maintenance to his car when needed (fixing/changing flat tires).
• Check the spare tire of the vehicle is in good condition and not FLAT.
• If on long missions, ensure to have enough fuel, additional spare tires, and tools
• To park vehicles at designated and approved locations only during out of working hours.
Skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A valid driver’s license required, grade 3 or above.
• A good driving record and understanding of auto mechanics required.
• Minimum three years of experience. Working in a donor funded project is preferred.
• Good physical health required.
• Availability for overtime work and field travel is necessary.
• Ability to read and write in Arabic.
• English reading and writing are strongly preferred.
